Reference Series II.2 vs Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Reference Series II.2
Reference Series
★ 3.00
£104
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£65
| Reference Series II.2 | Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Reference Series | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 47.4% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £103.95 | £64.9 |
| Rating | 3.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Reference Series II.2
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Reference Series II.2
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is better value at £65 vs £104.
For beginners: Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Reference Series II.2
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£103.95 vs £64.9)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£64.9 vs £103.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Reference?
Reference Series II.2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Who should buy Timorous?
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Reference Series II.2
Only Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish